Introduction to "Four Smooth Things in Life": There is a group of wood carvings of "Four Smooth Smooth Things in Life" above the carvings of the Tongliang Dou Seat at the back of Sanchuan Hall. It symbolizes the four pleasant things in life, namely stretching the waist, picking the ears, twisting the nose, and scratching the back. It is the work of Lukang craftsman Shi Jinfu. Another wood carving with the same theme in the palace is located above the railing in front of the shrine in the main hall. It is the work of Quanzhou craftsman Master Lianji (Huang Lianji). The carvings of the characters are lifelike. The craftsman presents various aspects of life in the decorative art of the temple. For realism.

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